Consultation on the 11 Proposed Joint UK Fisheries Management Plans for Demersal Fish Stocks

Implementation

Once published, the actions and policies within the plans will need to be implemented. This will be an iterative process, and the Scottish Government will be working closely with the other relevant authorities, the fishing sector and wider stakeholders to develop implementation plans.

Publishing the FMPs is the start of a multi-year cycle, and we will ensure that the plans strike the balance between building momentum for short-term actions and setting direction for the longer term. This can be further iterated as the evidence base is improved.

The policies and actions within this FMP will be reviewed as part of the three year review cycle for the JFS. In addition, as set out within the 2020 Act and the JFS, the FMsP will be reviewed at least every six years. An earlier review may be triggered in light of a change to relevant evidence, international obligations, or wider events. The decision to review earlier will be taken by the fisheries policy authorities.

Cross regulator, government and industry groups have been central to the development of the draft FMPs. Stakeholder involvement and ongoing collaboration underpins successful delivery of the FMPs and will continue beyond their publication.